This week, you will once again speak about a personal experience. This is a Part 2 model that uses the following cue card:
Talk about a significant personal achievement you had. You should say:
-what the achievement was
-when and where it happened
-the steps you took to accomplish it
-and say why it is significant to you
Step 1: Listen to the full sample.
Step 2: Watch the video version of this week’s podcast episode. (Please excuse the bright background! I forgot to edit this before rendering the video.)
Step 3: Work through the full version of this week’s speech shadowing exercise.
Step 4: Read through the below transcript. Make special note of areas you found challenging this week.
Step 5: Submit your daily speech samples to your instructor via your Whatsapp group.
Trancsript
Talk about a significant personal achievement you had. You should say:
-what the achievement was
-when and where it happened
-the steps you took to accomplish it
-and say why it is significant to you
Well, one of the most significant personal achievements I had was winning the National Science Fair during my final year of high school. It was a remarkable experience that left a lasting impact on my life.
The achievement occurred back in May of 2015 at the state-of-the-art convention center in our city. The National Science Fair is an annual event that attracts top young minds from all over the country to showcase their innovative projects and research.
Accomplishing this achievement required months of rigorous research, experimentation, and countless hours of hard work. My project focused on finding an eco-friendly alternative to plastic packaging materials, aiming to reduce environmental pollution caused by plastic waste.
The first step I took was extensively researching scientific papers and academic journals, and I sought advice from experts in the field. Then came the testing phase, which involved designing a series of experiments, carrying out numerous trial runs, and recording my findings meticulously. I encountered many sleepless nights, but the support of my family, teachers, and peers kept me motivated.
Finally, the day of the National Science Fair arrived. Standing alongside other brilliant young minds, I presented my project to a panel of esteemed judges and visitors. The experience was nerve-wracking, but my passion for my research helped me articulate my findings confidently. When the results were announced, I couldn’t believe it—I had won the first prize!
This achievement is incredibly significant to me because it reinforced my passion for science and the environment, shaping both my academic and career trajectory. It also solidified my decision to pursue a degree in Environmental Science, which I am currently doing in university.